ASKO W6864 User Manual

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.

We hope it will meet your expectations and full your needs for many years to

come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality and high
quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are
greatly appreciated throughout the world.

To get the most out of your new machine, we recommend that you read the
operating instructions before using the machine. The operating instructions also
include information on how you can help protect the environment.

Operating Instructions

Washing Machine

ASKO W6864W

Contents

Before using your machine for the

rst time 4

Transport protection 4

Packing material 4

Washer door 4

Language selection 4

Checking water hardness 4

Safety instructions 5

General 5

Installation 5

Overow guard function 5

Transport/Winter storage 5

Recycling 5

Child safety 6

Keep an eye on children! 6

Washing 11

Sort your laundry. 11

Turn on the main power switch 11

Open the washer door and load the
washing 11

Add detergent and fabric softener, as
required 11

Program selection 12

Selecting options 15

Close the washer door and press the
Start button 17

Once the program has nished 17

Settings 18

You can change the following settings 18

Child-safe 18

Language 18

Description of the washing machine 7

Dispenser 8

Advice and tips before washing 9

Sorting your laundry 9

Clothing 9

Laundry labels 9

Coloured cotton 9

Unbleached linen 9

Laundry label symbols 9

Advice and tips before washing 10

Wool 10

Rayon bres and synthetic bres 10

Reducing allergic reactions 10

Save time and energy 10

High water level 10

Economy and eciency 10

Temperature 18

Extra rinses 18

Care and cleaning 19

Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump 19

Cleaning the detergent compartment 19

Cleaning the outside of the machine 19

Cleaning the inside of the machine to
avoid unpleasant smells 20

Rinse holes under the agitator 20

If you have hard water 20

Troubleshooting 21

The washer door will not open 21

The machine will not start 21

After power failure 21

Wet washing still in the machine 21

Error messages 22

Detergents 10

Dyeing fabrics 10

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Contents

Technical information 23

Information for test institute 23

Energy labelling 23

Technical data 25

Transport protection 26

Installation 27

Positioning the washing machine 27

Adjusting the feet 27

Connection to water supply 27

Drainage connection 28

Electrical installation 28

Service 29

Before contacting the service division 29

Quick guide 32

WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.

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Before using your machine for the rst time

Transport protection

Remove any transport protection devices before
installing the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.

Packing material

Please sort waste materials in accordance with
local guidelines.

Washer door

• The machine cannot be started when the
door is open.

• To open the washer door while a programme
is running, see "Close the door and press the
Start button" in the "Washing" chapter.

Language selection

You will be prompted to select the display
language when you have connected your

machine and start it for the rst time. Do as

follows:

1. Turn the programme selector to choose from:
US English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk,
Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,

Русский, Nederlands.

2. Press Start once to save the setting.

Checking water hardness

The quantity of detergent needed depends,
amongst other things, on how hard the water
is. See the detergent pack for details. Phone
your local water company to check the water
hardness in your area.

NOTE!

Each machine is tested before leaving the
factory.
A small amount of water may remain in the drain

pump, though this does not aect quality or

damage the machine.

See Quick guide on the last page

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Safety instructions

General

• Read the operating instructions and keep
them in a safe place.

• Installation should be carried out by qualied

ASKO technicians.

• The machine should only be used for
washing items as described in these
instructions. It is not intended for dry
cleaning.

• Use only detergent intended for machine
washing!

• Use only detergents and softeners for
machine wash. Manufacturer may not
assume responsibility for any damage and
eventual discolouring of gaskets and plastic
components as a consequence of incorrect
use of bleach and/or colouring agents.

• Never use detergents containing solvents,
since there is a danger of creating toxic
gasses which may damage the machine and
result in ignition or explosion.

• Remove any transport protection devices
before using the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.

• Repairs and maintenance must be carried
out by a qualied professional.

• Damaged mains cables must only be
replaced by a qualied electrician.

• The machine is not designed to be used by

persons (even children) that are physically
or mentally handicapped or lack experience
and knowledge. Such persons must receive
instruction in how to use the machine or be
supervised by a person responsible for their
safety.

• Children must be watched to ensure they do
not play with the machine.

• In the enclosed plastic bag you will nd a tool

for opening the washer door in emergencies.

Overow guard function

If the machine’s water level rises above the

normal level, the overow guard function begins
to pump water out and shuts o the water intake.

If the water level has not dropped within 60
seconds, the program is terminated.

Transport/Winter storage

If the machine is to be transported or stored in
unheated premises where the temperature can
fall below freezing, do as follows:

• Empty the lter and the drainage pump. See

the "Care and cleaning" chapter.

• Shut o the water to the washing machine,

loosen the supply hose to the intake valve
and let the water run out from the valve and
hose.

• After emptying the pump, a small amount of
water may remain in the machine. This does

not aect quality or damage the machine.

Recycling

This machine is manufactured and labelled
for recycling. In order to prevent injuries, the
machine must be made unusable once the
decision has been taken to dispose of it.
Contact your local authority for information
about where and how your machine can be
recycled correctly.

Installation

See the "Installation" chapter.

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Child safety

Keep an eye on children!

• Always close the door and start the
programme immediately once you have
added detergent.

• The appliance is not intended for use by
young children or inrm persons without

supervision.

• Young children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.

• Store detergent and fabric softener out of the
reach of children!

NOTE!

If this appliance is supplied from a cord
extensions set or electrical portable outlet
device, the cord extension ser or electrical
portable outlet device must be positioned so
that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of
moisture.

Activate child safety catch (for
detergent compartment)

On the inside of the detergent compartment is a
child safety catch.

Activated child safety
catch

Inactivated child safety
catch

When the child safety catch is activated you
must press the release button to pull out the
detergent compartment.

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Description of the washing machine

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2 3 4

1. Main power switch

2. Dispenser

3. Programme panel

4. Serial number plate (on inside of washer door)

5. Drainage pump cover

6. Drainage pump (behind cover)

7. Washer door

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Dispenser

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2 3

1. Pre-wash

A

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4

B

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C

2. Main wash with liquid detergent.
Use the separator. (A)

3. Main wash with powder detergent.
Do not use the separator.

4. Fabric softener

5. Release button

6. Child safety catch

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Advice and tips before washing

Here are some tips that may help you before
washing.

Sorting your laundry

Sort items according to:

• how soiled they are

• colour

• material

Clothing

1. Do up zips and close Velcro straps so that
they don’t harm fabrics.

2. New coloured items may contain excess dye
and should therefore be washed separately

the rst few times.

3. Turn delicate items inside out. This reduces
the risk of burling and fading.

4. Empty pockets and wash them inside out if
possible.

Laundry labels

Look at the item's laundry label. The table below

shows suitable wash programmes for dierent

materials and wash loads. Using modern
washing machines and detergents, for example
compact detergents, you can usually wash at
lower temperatures. It is a good idea to use trial

and error to nd out what produces the best

results.

Laundry label symbols

Examples of washing instructions and recommended programs. Always follow the washing instructions for each garment.

Laundry labels Material Program

Cotton, linen, white and light-coloured items. Everyday wash 60 °C to 95 °C

Cotton, linen, cotton/polyester. Light and dark-coloured garments. Quick 60 °C

Acrylic, viscose, modal, acetate, polyester, polyamide and
elastane. Light and dark-coloured garments.

Wool, silk and other very delicate garments Wool/hand wash 30 °C to 40 °C

or

Coloured cotton

Coloured cotton items with the washing
instruction 60 °C should be washed at 60 °C for

the rst time in order to remove any excess dye.

If you do not do so, there is a risk that the colour
will run. Use detergent without bleach in order to
preserve the colour of the fabric.

Unbleached linen

Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed
at 60°C, using detergent containing no bleach
or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen can
occasionally be washed at higher temperatures,
but not too often because the heat can destroy the
linen’s shine and strength.

Easy Care 40 °C

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Advice and tips before washing

Wool

These fabrics are labelled either machine wash
or hand wash. The Wool/hand wash program is at
least as gentle as washing by hand.
Wool is especially sensitive to processes such as
washing.
If you do not wish to spin dry, you can squeeze out
the water using terry towels. In this case select No
spin.

To nd out how to choose this setting, see the

"Washing" chapter. However, most garments can
withstand a short spin. Choose a short spin by
selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm or less.

Rayon bres and synthetic bres

Materials made of rayon bres, such as viscose,
and some synthetic bres are very delicate and

require much space so as not to crease. Only half

ll the drum when washing and choose a spin

speed of 800 rpm or lower.

NOTE!

• Select Quick if you just need to freshen up shirts
or exercise clothes, for example. This will save
both water and energy.

• If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces
energy consumption when drying in a tumble
dryer or drying cabinet.

• Always wash with a full load when using the
Heavy, Everyday wash and Normal programs.

• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and
detergents clean eectively without pre-

washing. Pre-washing is only necessary for
heavily soiled washing.

Detergents

Eco-labelled detergents are less harmful to the
environment.
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater impact
on the environment; can also hinder the wash
performance.
Try to use less detergent, and increase only if you

are not satised with the results.

Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.

Reducing allergic reactions

The washing machine has a Super Rinse option.
Use this for people with sensitive skin, such as
those with allergies and small children.

Save time and energy

Use the Everyday wash program to save time and
energy. This program has a shorter main wash

than Normal, but is often sucient for lightly soiled

washing.

High water level

If you want more water for the main wash and
rinses, you can use the High water level option.
This is automatically selected in the Wool/Hand
program.

Economy and eciency

You can save energy by not using higher
temperature programs than necessary.

Dyeing fabrics

If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select
the Everyday wash program with the Super Rinse
option. Select temperature according to the dye
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Choose a low spin speed if the fabric to be dyed is
a blended material such as polyester/cotton.

NOTE!

Add the dye directly to the washing drum – not
to the detergent compartment. After dyeing, you
should run the machine empty using the same
program. Use the normal amount of detergent.

NOTE!

Due to environmental concerns, we discourage the
use of strong chemicals.
When using agents for bleaching or stain removal,
there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and discolouration
of the machine.

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Washing

Sort your laundry.

See the "Advice and tips before washing"

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Place underwired bras in a laundry net.
Empty pockets. Coins, nails and the like can
cause damage to the machine and fabrics. See
the "Advice and Tips" section before washing.

chapter.

Turn on the main power
switch

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Open the washer door and
load the washing

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the washing. The wash program chart shows
how much washing can be washed with each
program.

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recommendations for how much detergent you
should use. The machine holds 7 kg of washing.
If you only have a small amount of laundry in
the machine, you can reduce the amount of
detergent used.

Open the washing machine door. Load

Add detergent and fabric
softener, as required

The detergent packaging will have

NOTE!

Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact on the environment; can also hinder the
wash performance.
Try using less detergent, and increase only if

you are not satised with the results.

Fabric softener

Pour the fabric softener into the
compartment with the symbol. Follow
the recommendations on the fabric softener
packaging.

NOTE!

Do not ll above the compartment’s maximum
ll level. Otherwise fabric softener will run in too

early, and will impair washing results.

Powder detergent

Pour the powder into the compartment for the
main wash, and pre-wash as well if desired.

Liquid detergent

When using a liquid detergent, observe the
detergent manufacturer's recommendations.
We recommend using a laundry ball with thick
detergents. In the main detergent compartment,

use the section wall (A) – see gure in the

section Dispenser. Add the detergent into the
front compartment of the detergent dispenser.

Wash ball or net

If you use a wash ball or net, place it directly
in the drum and select a program without pre­wash.

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Washing

Program selection

You select a programme by turning

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programme is shown in the display. Now use
the option buttons to select any options. See
chapter Selecting Options.

1.Auto

This program automatically adjusts the length
of the main wash and the number of rinses to
the amount and type of laundry loaded in the
machine.

2.Time program

This program adjusts itself to the specied time
frame or nish time. When using this program,

it is however important to select a temperature
and time suited to how soiled the laundry is. The
spin speed can be selected freely.
Specify the desired program time by pressing
+ or - on the Time button. The symbol for the
program lights beside the selected time. You can
choose a program time between 30 minutes and
3 hours. If you choose a 30-minute program time
the maximum wash temperature will be 30 °C

3. Heavy

Program for heavily soiled laundry, with dirt
that needs to be fully dissolved before the
main wash. A pre-wash is used to do this. The
machine adapts the program time and water
consumption to the load size.

4. Normal

Program for normal to heavily soiled laundry,
whites and colours. You can select the
temperature freely, so follow the washing
instructions for each garment. 60 °C is a good

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the programme selector. The selected

temperature for heavily soiled cotton garments,
as well as for garments worn next to the skin.
Select 40 °C if the laundry is less soiled.
The spin speed can be selected freely. The
machine adapts the program time and water
consumption to the load size.

5. Everyday wash

A standard program for lightly to moderately
soiled laundry. The temperature can be selected
freely, so follow the washing instructions for
each garment. Garments worn next to the skin
ought to be washed at 60 °C. Very lightly soiled
laundry often comes clean already at 40 °C. The
spin speed can be selected freely.

6. Quick

Fast program for laundry that just needs
freshening up. The program can be run at any
temperature, so follow the washing instructions
for each garment.
The lower the selected temperature, the shorter
the program time. Garments worn next to the
skin ought to be washed at 60 °C. The spin
speed can be selected freely.

7. Easy Care

Program for synthetic, mixed bre and easy

care cotton. The program has a high water
level and as such is also suitable for cushions,
quilted jackets and the like. Read the washing
instructions carefully and remember, for
example, that fabric softener must not be used
with the membranes found in some outer
garments. A washing temperature up to 60
°C and a spin speed up to 1200 rpm can be
selected.

8. Synthetics

Program for delicate garments made of

synthetic bre, mixed bre, rayon and easy

care cotton. The maximum temperature is 60
°C, but follow the washing instructions for each
garment. Many synthetics will come clean at 40
°C. Garments worn next to the skin ought to be
washed at 60 °C. The maximum spin speed is
800 rpm.

Washing

9. Wool/hand wash

A gentle laundry program for wool, silk and
garments that should be washed by hand. The
highest temperature is 30 °C. This program has
a short spin. The maximum spin speed is 800
rpm.

10. Rinse

This program performs one cold rinse cycle +
spin. Suitable for laundry that just needs to be
dampened and for cleaning cloths and mops.

11. Spin

Used to just spin the wash.

12. Drain

Used when you only want to drain the water
from the machine.

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Washing

Program chart

Program Prewash

1. Auto

2. Time
program

3. Heavy

4. Normal

5. Everyday
wash

6. Quick 40 2 1600 4 30 0,5 0:45

7. Easy Care 40 2 1200 3,5 60 0,6 1:40

8. Synthetics 40 3 800 3,5 30 0,4 1:20

9. Wool/hand
wash

10. Rinse 1 1600 4 20 0,1 0:20

11. Spin 1600 4 0,1 0:15

12. Drain 0:01

X 95 5 1600 8 90 2,7 2:45

X 60 5 1600 8 80 1,4 2:40

Temp.

60 2 1600 8 68 1,2 3:55

40 2 1600 8 68 0,59 3:40

60 3 1600 8 70 1,2 1:40

30 3 800 3,5 70 0,5 0:50

°C

Number of

Rinses

Spin

Speed rpm

Max.

load
(kg)

Water
consump tion
(approx. kWh)

Program time

(approx. hrs

and min.)

Program time

(approx. hrs

and min.)

Consumption data may vary from the given values depending on variations in water pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room

temperature, uctuations in the electricity, type and volume of the laundry and any extra options.

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Washing

Selecting options

You can select options to adjust the

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specic requirements. The available options

depend on the selected programme. If the
option is available for the selected programme,
the symbol lights up when you press the button.
The machine will remember the options you
select for each programme (applies to Super
rinse, High water level and Super wash). You
can still change the selected options the next
time you select the same programme.

• Select the temperature by pressing the -/+

• You can select temperatures between

• Select the spin speed by pressing the -/+

• You can select speeds between 400 and

• , means that the program does not include

wash programme to suit your own

Temperature

buttons until the desired temperature is
displayed.

cold (-) and 90 °C. By selecting cold, the
wash temperature will be the same as
the temperature of the water entering the
machine. For Wool/hand wash it is not
possible to select a temperature above 40
°C, when selecting Time program, Synthetics
and Easy Care the maximum temperature is
60 °C.

Spin

buttons until the desired spin speed is
displayed.

1600 rpm, (no spin) or No D(no drain). The
maximum spin speed varies according to the
program selected. The speed is shown in the
display.

a spin cycle and ends by draining.

• No D, No drain means that the program does
not include a spin cycle and ends with the

water from the nal rinse still in the machine.

The washing will remain covered by the water

from the nal rinse, stopping it from getting

creased. If you have selected “No drain”,
once the program has ended you must
select the Spin or Drain program to drain the
water from the machine before you open the
washer door.

Delayed start

When you select Delayed start the machine will
start 1-24 hours after you press the Start button.
This option cannot be used with Time program.

• Select Delayed start by pressing the + button
under the time display. Delayed Start is
shown for three seconds.

• By pressing the -/+ buttons under the time
display you can delay the start in whole hours
up to a maximum of 24 hours. The symbol
for Delayed start lights beside the number of
hours.

• Press Start, and the machine counts down
1 hour at a time and starts after the selected
delay.

If you change your mind and want to cancel
Delayed start, you must press and hold the Stop
button for three seconds.

NOTE!

Remember to press the Start button to start the
program..

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Washing

NOTE!

Make sure the detergent compartment is
completely dry before you add detergent,
otherwise there is a risk that the detergent will
clump before the machine starts.

Super rinse

Use the Super rinse option if you want to
increase the number of rinses. The maximum
number of rinses is seven, and the number
of rinses varies depending on the selected
programme. Recommended for persons with
extremely sensitive skin and/or in areas with
very soft water.
Select Super rinse by pressing the button under
the symbol.
The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.

High water level

Use High water level if a garment’s laundry label
shows this symbol. High water level means that
additional water is used during the main wash
and rinse cycles.

• Select High water level by pressing the
button under the symbol.

• The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.

NOTE!

The machine takes in the additional water for
the High water level about 15 minutes after the
main wash has started.

Anti crease

Anti crease means that the drum will rotate for
three seconds per minute for two hours once

the wash programme has nished. This function

prevents the clothes from lying in the same
position and getting creased.

• Select Anti crease by pressing the button
under the symbol.

• The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.

Super wash

Super wash can be selected to better dissolve

dicult stains and heavy soiling on clothing.

This options adds a cold pre-wash and the
the wash time in cold water is extended by
approximately six minutes. The main wash time
is also extended.

•

• Select Super wash by pressing the button

under the symbol.

• The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.

Pre-soak

Super wash can be selected to better dissolve

dicult stains and heavy soiling on clothing.

This option adds a cold pre-wash and the wash
time in cold water is extended by approximately
six minutes. The main wash time is also
extended.
If the washing is stained, such as with blood, we
recommend Pre-soak. The washing will soak
in cold water for two hours before the wash
programme starts.

• Select Pre-soak by pressing the button under
the symbol.

• The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.

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Washing

Close the washer door and
press the Start button

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NOTE!

A few seconds after you start a program the

washing machine will begin to ll with water from

both the hot and the cold supplies. If for some
reason no hot water is available, the machine

waits for one minute and then lls with cold

water only. The wash drum does not start to

rotate until it begins to ll with water.

Time remaining

The time remaining is shown in hours and
minutes. Once a program is selected, the
estimated program time is displayed. This

may dier from time to time depending on the

temperature of the water entering the machine
and the size of the load. If the program time is
longer than the previous wash with the same
program, "0:01" will be displayed until the

program nishes. This is normal! The next time

you use the program under similar conditions,
the estimated program time will be more
accurate.

NOTE!

Do not open the detergent compartment while
the machine is running.

Once the program has

nished

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for 2 minutes. The machine then turns o.

The washer door opens automatically once the

program has nished. If you want to deactivate

the automatic door opening function, see the
"Selecting settings" section.
Remove the load.
If you have small children or pets at home, close
the washer door once you have removed the
laundry.

NOTE!

Upon completion of the washing cycle, close the
water faucet and unplug the mains cord.

The text "Done" is shown on the display

Stopping or changing a programme

You can stop a programme by pressing the Stop
button for three seconds. ”Stop” appears in the
display. To restart the machine, select a new
programme, add any extra detergent needed and
press the Start button.

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Settings

You can change the following settings:

• Child-safe

• Language

• Temperature

• Extra rinses

• Hot water

How to choose the settings:

1. Turn o the machine using the main power

switch.

2. Press and hold the Stop button and then press
the main power switch. Then press the Stop
button 5 times within 10 seconds.

3. Select the setting you want to change by
turning the program selector.

4. Press the Stop button once to select the
setting.

5. Change and save the setting as described
below.

6. Press Start to go to the program menu.

Child-safe

You can activate the Child-safe start option to
prevent children from starting the machine.

1. Turn the program selector and choose "Child-

safe On" or "Child-safe O".

2. Press the Stop button once to save the setting.

Language

1. Turn the program selector to choose from:
US English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk,
Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,

Русский, Nederlands.

2. Press the Stop button once to save the setting.

Temperature

1. Turn the programme selector to choose
between: °C and °F.

2. Press the Stop button once to save the setting.

Extra rinses

Upon delivery, your washing machine is set to
use three rinses in the Normal and Everyday
wash programs. If you want to increase the

number of rinses to ve for these programs, do

as follows:

1. Turn the program selector and select "Rinses

On" for ve rinses or "Rinses O" for three

rinses.

2. Press the Stop button once to save the setting.

You can temporarily deactivate Child-safe start
by pressing the Super Rinse button and the
minus button under Delayed Start at the same
time.
Child-safe start will be deactivated for three
minutes.

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Care and cleaning

Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump

The washing machine has a trap where smaller
objects such as coins and hairpins can collect.
To clean the trap and the drainage pump, do as
follows:

1. Make sure the machine is empty of water and

switched o at the mains.

2. Open the door.

3. Unhook the drainage hose from the connector
inside the door and drain the water into a
suitable container, such as a shallow bowl.

Cleaning the detergent compartment

Pull out the detergent compartment using the
release button.

Rinse the compartment and scrub it clean. The
cover in the fabric softener compartment can be
removed.

4. Turn the cover anti-clockwise to open the
pump. Remove the cover.

5. Remove any items and so forth from the pump
housing and the cover. Also check that the
pump blades right at the back rotate.

6. Screw on the cover, replace the drainage
hose on the hatch pin and close the hatch.

NOTE!

Do not run the detergent compartment through
a dishwasher!

Cleaning the outside of the machine

Clean the outside of the machine and the
program panel with a mild cleaner. Do not
use any solvents, as these can damage the
machine.

NOTE!

Maskinen må ikke skylles med en vandstråle!

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Care and cleaning

Cleaning the inside of the machine to avoid unpleasant smells

Modern detergents often allow clothes to be
washed at low temperatures. This means that
small deposits can build up in the machine.
These, in turn, may lead to unpleasant smells
developing.
To avoid this, we recommend running a 95 °C
wash programme once a month. When you do
this, use a small quantity of detergent. It is not
necessary to put any washing in the machine.

Rinse holes under the agitator

If you suspect that objects such as nails or
paper clips may have fallen into the wash
drum, you should check the space under the
agitator. Such objects can rust and cause spots
on clothing. Nails and other sharp objects can
cause holes in fabrics.

Do as follows:

1. Insert a screwdriver or the like into the hole on
the agitator as illustrated and carefully pry to
the left.

3. Lift the agitator.

4. Remove any objects.

5. Place the agitator in the mounting hole with
the F-mark towards you. Ensure that all the
agitator fasteners are in their holes in the
drum. Push it in until it catches.

If you have hard water

If you live in an area with hard water (high
limescale content), a greyish-white coating may
form on the wash drum. To remove this coating,
pour approximately 20 gram of citric acid into
the wash drum and run any 95 °C programme.
Repeat if necessary.

2. Use your other hand to grasp the agitator and
pull it towards you.

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Troubleshooting

The washer door will not open

1. Check that the main power switch is on.

1. Has the power supply been cut o? Check the

house fuses (circuit breakers).

Opening the door in an emergency

WARNING!

The door may only be opened
manually if the electric power is
cut and the machine has been
drained of water.

A Run the Drain programme to empty the water

from the machine. If this does not work the
machine must be drained manually. See
"Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump" in
the "Care and cleaning" chapter.

B Ensure that the main power switch is turned

o and that the plug has been removed from

the wall socket.

C Take the emergency door opening key (C)

(see gure in the section Dispenser) and

insert it into the slot on the right-hand side
of the washing machine door latch. The key
is attached on the back wall of the detergent
dispenser. Remove the detergent dispenser
from the washing machine and take the door
opening key.

D Push the tool downwards to open the washer

door.

The machine will not start

1. Is the washer door properly closed? Push it
rmly. The press the Start button.

2. Is there power? Check the fuses and residual

current devices (circuit breakers) in the
building.

3. Check that you have not selected Delayed
start. To cancel Delayed start, press the Stop
button for three seconds.

After power failure

Press the main power switch to resume the
current programme.

Wet washing still in the machine

A small load can under certain circumstances
cause imbalance Unbalance (see "Unbalance").
Rearrange the load and start the spin
programme, or load more washing and restart
the washing
programme.

After use, store the emergency door opening
key (C) in the dedicated compartment (B) (see
image in the section Dispenser).

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Troubleshooting

Error messages

If an error occurs during the programme a
message is shown on the display. To exit the
message after taking measures, turn the

machine o and then back on.

The error messages that may be shown in the
display are:

Close the Door

Close the washer door and press Start to start
the programme.

Over ow fault

1. Shut o the water tap.

2. See "Drainage error".

Water outlet fault

Check:

• that no objects are stuck in the drainage hose
outlet.

• that the drainage pump is not blocked by
foreign objects. Clean the pump. See the
"Care and cleaning" chapter.

• that there are no kinks in the drainage hose.

After the above, run Drain to empty the machine.
If this does not resolve the problem, call the
service division.

Water inlet fault

Check:

• that the tap on the water pipe is open.

• that the lter in the machine’s water intake is

not blocked.

Action:

1. Shut o the water tap and unscrew the hose.

2. Clean the lter in the intake valve on the

machine.

3. Screw the hose back on and turn on the tap.

4. Run the program again to check if the fault is

xed.

5. If this does not resolve the problem, call the
service division.

Wash motor fault

Call the service division!

Unbalance

The machine stops the spin cycle if there is too
much imbalance.
The washing machine restarts the spin cycle
and hopefully the washing is better distributed in
the drum. This procedure can be repeated up to

10 times. If the machine still fails to nd a good

balance, the programme jumps to the next step.
The error message requires no action.

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Technical informationTechnical information

Information for test institute

Energy labelling

Australian standard: AS/NZS 2040.1:2005

Washing program: Normal, 40 °C, 8 kg cotton

Connection: Cold water 20 °C

Test method for noise measurement: IEC-60704-2-4

Power requirement when machine turned o < 0,3 W

Power requirement for Delayed Start < 6,0 W

Power requirement when program nished < 0,3 W

Detergent, PBIS and Anti-Sudsing Agent (10ml) must be added via the detergent compartment.

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Technical information

Loading procedure for standard test:

When loading the machine for testing according to AS/NZS 2040:2005 it shall be loaded according to
the table below. Garments are placed on top of each other in layers and the soil swatches should be
placed inside the wash drum in the direction shown in the table, seen from above.

Top Swatches Swatch placement

32. Bath towel 1 Front

31. Pillow case 1 Rear

30. Pillow case

29. Shirt 1 Right

28. T-shirt 1 Left

27. Undershorts 1 Front

26. Tablecloth 1 Rear

25. Sheet 1 Left

24. Undershorts

23. T-shirt 1 Center

22. Shirt 1 Right

21. Bath towel 1 Left

20. T-shirt 1 Rear

19. Undershorts

18. Sheet 1 Right

17. Washcloths (all)

16. Shirt

15. Pillow case 1 Right

14. Tabelcloth
handkerchiefs

13. All

12. Shirt 1 Rear

11. T-shirt

10. Undershorts 1 Center

9. Bath towel 1 Front

8. Sheet 1 Left

7. Tabelcloth 1 Right

6. Shirt 1 Left

5. Undershorts 1 Center

4. T-shirt 1 Front

3. Pillow case 1 Rear

2. Pillow case 1 Left

1. Bath towel 1 Right

Total 25

1 Left

Illustration of loaded Wash Drum for standard
test.

32
31
30
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- Bottom-

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Technical information

Technical data

Height:

850 mm

Width:

Depth:

Weight:

Cylinder volume:

Max. washing capacity:

Spin speed (rpm):

Rated power:

Heater output:

Water pressure:

Wash drum and liquid compartment

material:

Outer casing material:

595 mm

585 mm

76 kg

60 l

8 kg

400-1800

See type plate.

See type plate.

0,1-1 MPa

1-10 kp/cm

10-100 N/cm

Stainless steel

Powder-coated and hot-galvanized sheet steel or

stainless steel.

2

2

Water connection:

Drain:

1.5 m pex pipe

1.7 m polypropylene hose

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Transport protection

Remove the three transport bolts and the plastic
plugs for locking the machine for transport
before using the machine.

1. Loosen and remove the bolts as illustrated
below.

3. Remove the plastic covers from the plugs.
Push the plastic covers into the three holes
that contained the plugs. Save the plastic
plugs in case the machine is moved in the
future.

NOTE!

If the machine is to be transported, the bolts and
plastic plugs for locking the machine during
transport must be installed to prevent damage
to the machine through shaking. If the transport
bolts or plastic plugs have been lost, you can
order new ones from your retailer.

2. To remove the plastic plugs that held the bolts,
squeeze together and pull out.

Article number Designation

80 882 77 Screw
80 901 05 Plastic plug, transport

lock

Order three of each item!

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Installation

Positioning the washing machine

The washing machine can be installed as a
built-in or freestanding unit. Place the machine

on a rm surface with easy access to the plug.

A. Built-in

The washing machine can be installed under
a counter top with a working height of 850-900
mm. Leavea 5 cm space around the entire
machine, including between the rear edge of the
top cover and the wall behind it.

B. Freestanding

The washing machine can be positioned beside
or under a tumble dryer.

Adjusting the feet

Keep the noise that the machine produces to
a minimum by adjusting the feet so that the

machine is steady and balanced on the oor.

Tighten the lock nuts.

Connection to water supply

Water connection should be carried out by an

appropriately qualied person. Connect the

machine using the accompanying supply hose.
Water pressure should be 0.1–1MPa (approx.
1–10kp/cm2 ; 10–100N/cm2). There should be a
stopcock on the water pipe.
If the pipes are newly installed, it may be wise

to ush them through so that any dirt is washed
away. Otherwise, dirt can clog the lter in the
machine’s water intake and cut o cut o or
reduce water ow to the machine. Check for

leaks.

Locking nut

Use only the supply hose supplied with the
machine.
Do not re-use old hoses or other loose supply
hoses.

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Installation

Drainage connection

The machine is supplied with a drainage hose
attached, which must be connected to a drain.
See the examples below. The height must be

600-900 mm above oor level.

The lower position (600 mm) is always preferable.
Ensure that the drainage hose has no kinks.

600--900 mm

The machine can also be connected to the drain
via a spigot connection. In this case the hose

should also be 600-900 mm above the oor. The

internal diameter of the hole should be at least
18 mm.

• Cut the nipple

• Remove burrs from the hole.

See the illustration.

Electrical installation

Connect the machine by plugging it into an
earthed wall socket. The electrical wall socket
must be placed outside of the installation area
to be easily accessible.

CAUTION!

If this appliance is supplied from a cord
extensions set or electrical portable outlet
device, the cord extension ser or electrical
portable outlet device must be positioned so
that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of
moisture.

Connection on delivery

The machine is supplied as 1-Phase, 230-240
V, 50-60 Hz, heat output 2000 W and has a 10 A
plug. Any residual current devices must be type
A.

NOTE!

Repairs and maintenance must be carried out

by a qualied professional.

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At least 18 mm

Service

Before contacting the service division

Before you contact the service division, make
sure that you know the model number (located
on the front panel), and serial number.
The model designation can be found on the
panel. The type designation and serial number
can be found on the type plate on the inside of
the washer door.

Model Number

Serial Number

Type designation

TYPE

Serial number(8 tal)

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Your notes

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Your notes

QUICK GUIDE

1.

2.

3.

SORT THE WASHING, OPEN THE WASHER DOOR
AND LOAD THE WASHING

Refasten zips.

Look at the item’s laundry label.

Sort the washing according to how soiled it is, colour and material.

NB! Place underwired bras in a laundry net.

TURN ON THE MAIN POWER SWITCH

ADD DETERGENT AND FABRIC SOFTENER, AS
REQUIRED

The detergent packaging will have recommendations for how much

detergent you should use. With only a small amount of washing in the

machine, you can reduce the amount of detergent used.

4.

5.

SELECT A PROGRAMME

You select a programme by turning the programme selector. The

selected programme is shown in the display.

CLOSE THE WASHER DOOR AND PRESS THE
START BUTTON

The time remaining is shown in hours and minutes.

We reserve the right to make changes.

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